Mental Health Counselor I, II, III, or IV

Posting Details

Come and join the Bearkat community!

Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work / life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition

202500056S

Title

Mental Health Counselor I, II, III, or IV

FLSA status

Exempt

Hiring Salary

This position is a pay grade 10, 12, 14, or 16. Please see Pay Grade Table at : https : / / pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com / 116 / docs / 636763.pdf

Occupational Category

Professional

Department

Counseling Center

Division

Division of Student Affairs

Open Date

02 / 19 / 2025

Open Until Filled

Educational and Experience Requirement

Mental Health Counselor I : Master's degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Clinical or Psychology. Practica / field placement relevant to college counseling. Eligible to become a Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Mental Health Counselor II : Master's degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Clinical or Psychology. One year post master's experience in a college counseling center or other relevant setting. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Texas. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Mental Health Counselor III : Master's degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Clinical or Psychology or Doctorate in Counselor Education. Five years full-time equivalent post-licensure experience in a college counseling center or other relevant setting - or - CCMHC / MAC credential and three years full-time post licensure experience in a college or university counseling center or relevant setting. Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPCS) in the State of Texas. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

Mental Health Counselor IV : Master's degree in Counselor Education, Counseling, or Clinical or Psychology or Doctorate in Counselor Education. Ten years full-time equivalent post-licensure experience in a college counseling center or other relevant setting - or - CCMHC / MAC credential and seven years full-time post licensure experience in a college or university counseling center or relevant setting. Licensed Professional Counselor - Supervisor (LPC-S) in the State of Texas. Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.

In addition to the above requirements, must have : a.) three refereed publications b.) five state, regional, or national professional presentations that are relevant to job function c.) substantial professional organization activity

• or - CCMHC or MAC credential AND ONE of the following : a.) one refereed publication b.) two state, regional, or national professional presentations that are relevant to job function c.) substantial professional organization activity
• Substantial professional organization activity means major involvement in a professional association, including holding office in a state, regional, or national association, or service on a committee or board of a state, regional or national professional organization

Nature & Purpose of Position

Provides clinical mental health services to the student body of Sam Houston State University for the Counseling Center.

Primary Responsibilities

Mental Health Counselor I, II, III, IV : Provides personal counseling via individual, couples, and group modalities as well as crisis intervention. Participates in the development and delivery of prevention-based outreach programming. Provides consultation for the camps community, participates in the centers after-hours on-call rotation, and participates on appropriate Counseling Center and / or university committees. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications

Mental Health Counselor I : Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies and procedures. Requires thorough knowledge of office systems. Must have the ability to solve operational problems and make suggestions for process improvement.

Mental Health Counselor II : Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies and procedures. Requires thorough knowledge of office systems. Must have the ability to solve operational problems and make suggestions for process improvement. For clinician developmental progression from a Mental Health Counselor I, a performance evaluation indicating that individual is performing at the expected level for an individual at this level of training and experience. Developmental progression is an evaluative process and not an expected move based on experience.

Mental Health Counselor III : Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Requires thorough knowledge of office systems. Must have the ability to solve operational problems and make suggestions for process improvement. Developmental progression is an evaluative process and not an expected move based on experience.

Mental Health Counselor IV : Requires detailed knowledge of university infrastructure, policies, and procedures. Requires thorough knowledge of office systems. Must have the ability to solve operational problems and make suggestions for process improvement. Developmental progression is an evaluative process and not an expected move based on experience.

Full Time Part Time

Full Time

Position Number

Quicklink

https : / / shsu.peopleadmin.com / postings / 42395

EEO Statement

EEO Statement

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke / Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an "at will" employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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